Jun 11, 2008 · One of our prior rationales for using the 21555 or 21552 is because the Dx crosscode for neoplasm thorax included axilla in it. Official guidance for this would be greatly appreciated. "OPERATIVE FINDINGS: Large, approximately 10-12 cm axillary mass, unclear on gross examination as to the diagnosis. Frozen section is most

Jun 12, 2012 · "The patient presented with a palpable lump in her axilla. We charged as a non vascular extremity. Although it is near breast tissue, technically it is in the extremity. Can u please let me know what the correct charges for this would be." I did look at my 2012 US Coder book from MEDLEARN and in the back there is a place for FAQ's. The question ...

Feb 27, 2012 · 1% lidocaine with epinephrine was used for local anesthesia and a 3 cm. transverse incision was made in the right axilla and carried to the subcutaneous tissue with sharp dissection down to this axillary mass. It had characteristics of ectopic breast tissue approximately 3 cm. segment of mass.

May 12, 2016 · Just reading through some questions and answers on the Forum and saw your question and it is one that I had before. Per the American College of Surgeons you should use the Thorax 21555 - 21554 for the Axilla. I hope this helps.

Mar 30, 2012 · When a patient has an ultrasound of the right armpit (Axilla) status post right mastectomy What ultrasound code is appropriate. I have been looking at codes: 76604- u/s of the chest? 76645-U/S of breast?? 76882- U/S non vasc extremity limted- I think this code most closely identifies the U/S of Right Arm pit, but I'm just not sure. Any suggestions.

Sep 24, 2024 · This has been a long battle, and now I am going to ask you all. Patient presents to radiology for superficial axillary lymph node core needle biopsy. Dr. says it is a breast biopsy but everything clearly states superficial axillary lymph node core …

Sep 17, 2008 · How would you code for an excision of an axillary soft tissue mass? This one always get me. Thanks

ICD-10-CM Code for Pain in upper arm M79.62 ICD-10 code M79.62 for Pain in upper arm is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Soft tissue disorders .

Oct 28, 2014 · Procedure: Excision of 3.5 cm left axillary cyst with layered closure. "A 4 cm incision was made over the site after anesthetizing the site. I carried the excision down to the subcutaneous tissue and remove the cystic nodule. It is probable sebaceous cyst. It was totally removed and sent for...

Oct 30, 2012 · TECHNIQUE: After the patient identification and site to be biopsied were confirmed with the patient and the films, the risks, benefits and alternatives of the procedure were discussed with the patient and informed consent was signed. The abnormal axillary node was identified in the axilla and measured 2.4 x 1.4 x 2.0 cm.